Senior Software Developer - Python

TXP; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Software Developer with strong Python skills. The role involves developing high-quality applications and data services in an agile environment, ensuring well-documented code, and collaborating with user-centered design teams. Ideal candidates should have over 4 years of experience and be comfortable working in small, multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in software development, primarily Python.
• Experience across multiple data services.
• Ability to work in small, agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop Python-based applications and data services.
• Build and maintain APIs and open data platforms.
• Ensure code is of high quality and well-documented.
• Collaborate with UCD teams in an agile environment.

Skills

Strong Python development

Ruby experience

Docker

Kubernetes

Git/version control

API development

Agile working practices

Job description

Senior Software Developer - Python

12-Month Contract

Inside IR35

Role Details

• Location: London or Manchester (2 days/week onsite + monthly team rotation)

• Duration: 12 months

• Clearance: BPSS to start; active SC required due to timsecale of the project

• Team: 10 direct reports, part of a 60+ programme

• Experience: 4+ years

Essential Skills

Technical:

• Strong Python development (primary focus), Ruby experience desirable

• Experience across multiple services, particularly data services

• Docker, Kubernetes, Git/version control

• API development and integration

• Agile working practices and adherence to technical standards

Approach:

• Pride in writing high-quality, well-documented code

• Ownership of the full development process

• Collaborative working with user-centered design (UCD) teams

• Thrives in small, agile, multi-disciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Python-based applications and data services

• Build and maintain APIs and open data platforms

• Ensure code is of high quality and well-documented

• Work closely with UCD teams and technical experts in an agile environment

What We're Looking For:

• Senior Python developer with strong focus on code quality

• Experience working with data services

• Comfortable working in small, agile teams and collaborating with UCD teams